Love is in the air this February, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate! Whether you’re looking for Galentine’s Day fun, a romantic Valentine’s evening, or community events, check out what’s happening in your town this month!
Westfield
- Feb 8 | 10 AM–12 PM – Cupid’s Chase 5K Westfield 📍 Tamaques Park (@communityoptions)
- Note: This is a national race series supporting people with disabilities. Registration is typically required in advance.
- Feb 8 | 6:30–9:30 PM – Sweater Pills Live 📍 Lions Roar (@lionsroarbrew)
- Feb 13 | 8–10:30 PM – Galentine’s Day Drag Karaoke Fun 📍 Maize (@maize_westfield)
- Feb 14 | 5 PM – Valentine’s Day Dinner 📍 Maize (@maize_westfield) (Reservations recommended)
Summit
- Feb 8 | 7–10 PM – Whiskey & Sugar 📍 The Albion Summit (@thealbionhotels @whiskeyandsugarnj)
- Feb 11 | 12:30–2:30 PM – Floral Workshop: Basket of Hearts 📍 Reeves-Reed Arboretum (@reevesreedarboretum) (Tickets available online)
- Feb 13 | 7–9 PM – Ladies Night Out – Valentine’s Cookie Decorating 📍 The Summit Soiree (@soireenj)
- Feb 14 | 7–8 PM – Valentine’s Day Evening Tea 📍 Reeves-Reed Arboretum (@reevesreedarboretum) (Tickets available online)
Cranford
- Feb 8 | 1–4 PM – Galentine’s Sweetheart Walk 📍 Downtown Cranford (@downtowncranford)
- Feb 8 | 12–4 PM – 100 HW NJ Program 4th Annual Galentine’s Brunch 📍 The Cranford Social (@100hispanicwomennj)
- Feb 10 | 6–7 PM – Kids Can Cook 📍 Cranford Community Center (@cranfordlibrary)
- Feb 13 | 8:30–10 AM – Galentine’s Day Tea Party 📍 Hanson Park Conservancy (Hosted by Cranford Area Chamber of Commerce)
Chatham
- Feb 8 | 7–10 PM – 2025 NPTA Winter Social 📍 The Strand Tennis Center (newprovtennis.org)
- Feb 8 | 9:30 PM – Burnt Leftovers: Big Rock You Forgot 📍 River Grille (@chathamrivergrille)
- Feb 13 | 6–7 PM – Sahaja Yoga Meditation 📍 Chatham Library (@libraryofthechathams)
- Feb 14 | 3–4 PM – Valentine’s Day Craft 📍 Chatham Library (@libraryofthechathams)
Short Hills–Millburn
- Feb 8 | 8–10:30 PM – Annual CC Minton’s Galentine’s Day Gathering 📍 Par 440 Restaurant & Lounge (@gregoryburrus)
- Feb 9 | 7 PM – Mystic Pizza 📍 Paper Mill Playhouse (@papermillplayhouse)
- Feb 12 | 4–5 PM – Wine & Cheese: Alpine Eataly 📍 Eataly Short Hills (@eatalynewjersey)
Maplewood
- Feb 8 | 1–3:30 PM – The Strollers Present: The Detention Club 📍 Burgdorff Theater (@mwood_strollers32)
- Feb 8 | 1–3 PM – Valentine’s Workshop for Kids 📍 Prospect Church, Fellowship Hall (@prospectmaplewood)
- Feb 14 | 6:30–8 PM – Cornbread Valentine’s Day Jazz Night 📍 Cornbread Maplewood (@cornbreadsoul)
- Feb 14 | 7–8:30 PM – Folk Friday Sing-Along & Jam 📍 Ethical Cultural Society of Essex County
Celebrate Love and Community This February!
Whether you’re spending time with your significant other, celebrating friendships, or just enjoying a night out, these events offer something for everyone. Let us know which ones you’re excited to attend!
